Japan — Public Holidays 2026
Public holidays under the Public Holiday Law. When a holiday falls on a Sunday, the next working day becomes a substitute holiday (furikae kyūjitsu). Equinox days follow the officially announced dates.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 Thursday | New Year's Day 元日 | public | National |
| January 12 Monday | Coming of Age Day 成人の日 | public | National |
| February 11 Wednesday | National Foundation Day 建国記念の日 | public | National |
| February 23 Monday | Emperor's Birthday 天皇誕生日 | public | National |
| March 20 Friday | Vernal Equinox Day 春分の日 | public | National |
| April 29 Wednesday | Showa Day 昭和の日 | public | National |
| May 3 Sunday | Constitution Memorial Day 憲法記念日 | public | National |
| May 4 Monday | Greenery Day みどりの日 | public | National |
| May 5 Tuesday | Children's Day こどもの日 | public | National |
| May 6 Wednesday | Constitution Memorial Day (substitute) 憲法記念日 Substitute day | public | National |
| July 20 Monday | Marine Day 海の日 | public | National |
| August 11 Tuesday | Mountain Day 山の日 | public | National |
| September 21 Monday | Respect for the Aged Day 敬老の日 | public | National |
| September 23 Wednesday | Autumnal Equinox Day 秋分の日 | public | National |
| October 12 Monday | Sports Day スポーツの日 | public | National |
| November 3 Tuesday | Culture Day 文化の日 | public | National |
| November 23 Monday | Labour Thanksgiving Day 勤労感謝の日 | public | National |
Holidays can change when governments pass new laws or issue special announcements. This calendar is generated from published statutory rules; always confirm critical dates with an official source.
Data source and notes: Data Sources · Last updated: 2026-07-26